The incidence of shoulder and elbow injuries are increasing at an alarming rate in youth baseball. With the demands on our kids to play in year round programs in order to be competitive, their skeletally immature bodies are exposed to stresses that can lead to significant problems. Parents and coaches are constantly asking about what...

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE Stem Cell and PRP Therapy Patient Information Dr. Christopher Jones of Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group offers the most technologically advanced operative and non-operative treatment options for patients with common orthopaedic conditions.  While surgery is a mainstay of treating orthopaedic conditions, Dr. Jones believes in taking a conservative approach when considering surgery and thus...

This entry documents my own experience with “Tennis Leg”. As per my previous entry, tennis leg is a tear of the calf muscle known as the medial head of the gastrocnemius. This injury typically happens to the 40+ athlete when they plant their foot to accelerate and they feel like something hit them in the...

Patients often feel stressed while at the doctor and do not "hear" everything that is said.  Following the appropriate restrictions are essential to a optimal outcome.  I have found that despite specific and precise instructions, patients do not always remember all that was said during their appointment. In an effort to minimize any "misunderstanding", I...

Arthritis of the shoulder joint is relatively uncommon when compared to arthritis of the knee and hip, but is a relatively common cause of shoulder pain.  However, when the pain is severe, it can interfere with activities living and prevent patients from getting sleep.  This is when patients should consider operative management.  In this situation,...

Knee Pain Meniscus Tears Meniscus tears are among the most common injuries that lead to an orthopedic evaluation for knee pain.  They are typically acute injuries that happen when your foot is planted with weight bearing and you are twisting or changing directions.  This is very common during participation in sports, but can happen during...